This is the last time I'll bump my own post...

How close am I to getting this right?

The Optima 2000 was made by Tasco and not very good quality.  Tasco stopped making it and whoever manufactures the JPoint reintroduced it with upgrades and much better quality.  The Firepoint is basically a copy of the JPoint and tends to be cheaper.

Does that about sum it up?

Thanks to all who have put up with my ignorance.